Shrimp and Sausage Fajitas
Recipe from Family Circle

Spicy shrimp and Mexican chorizo sausage team up with a medley of peppers to make a colorful filling for this fajita recipe.


Shrimp and Sausage Fajitas

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Servings: Makes 8 servings.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 53 mins
Related Categories: Fajitas, Fajita Sandwich, Fajitas Marinades, Limes, Low Calorie Dinners, Low Calorie Dinners, Low Carb Fish Dishes, Mexican Chorizo Dishes, Mexican Tortilla Dishes, Onions, Peppers, Shrimp
 
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Ingredients
  • 2  teaspoons
    chili powder
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  • 2  teaspoons
    cornstarch
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  • 3/4  teaspoon
    onion salt
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    garlic powder
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    black pepper
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    dried oregano
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  • 1/2  teaspoon
    ground cumin
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  • 1-1/2  pounds medium-size
    shrimp
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  • 1  package
    (3.5 ounces) chorizo sausage, sliced in half lengthwise, then diagonally into thin strips
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  • 1/4  cup
    fresh lime juice
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  • 2  tablespoons
    olive oil
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  • 1  pound
    assorted sliced sweet pepper strips OR: 1 each sweet red, yellow and orange peppers, cut into thin strips
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  • 1 
    onion, halved, thinly sliced
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  • 16 
    flour tortillas (6 inch)
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  • 1/2  cup
    water
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    Accompaniments (optional):
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    Prepared guacamole, salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream
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Directions
1.
For seasoning mix, combine chili powder, cornstarch, onion salt, garlic powder, pepper, oregano and cumin.
2.
In plastic food-storage bag, combine shrimp, chorizo, 1 tablespoon seasoning mix, lime juice and 1 tablespoon oil; seal. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
3.
In large nonstick skillet, heat remaining oil over high heat. Add peppers and onion; saute 5 minutes.
4.
Warm tortillas following package directions.
5.
Add shrimp mixture to skillet; cook 1 minute. Add remaining seasoning mix and 1/2 cup water. Bring to simmering; cook until shrimp are cooked through, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately with warm tortillas and accompaniments, if desired. Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 360, Total Fat 15 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 132 mg, Sodium 919 mg, Carbohydrate 34 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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